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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Heel-grabber, traditionally rendered 'supplanter'
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- JAY-kuhb
Jacob is a Hebrew name with a literal meaning of "heel-grabber," traditionally rendered as "supplanter." It has a vintage feel and carries an easy, familiar pronunciation: JAY-kuhb. If you're drawn to names with deep roots and a classic sound, Jacob fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Jacob
Meaning: Heel-grabber, traditionally rendered 'supplanter'.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Jacob
JAY-kuhbIPA /ˈdʒeɪkəb/
Popularity of Jacob
Jacob spent time at the very top of the charts, ranking #1 in 1999 with 35,371 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had settled to #41, with 6,496 babies, still a solidly used name within the SSA's 1880-2024 records.
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FAQ
What does the name Jacob mean?
Heel-grabber, traditionally rendered ‘supplanter’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Jacob?
Jacob is pronounced JAY-kuhb (IPA: /ˈdʒeɪkəb/).
Is Jacob a popular name right now?
Jacob peaked at #1 in 1999 and is ranked #41 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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